Greystead Rectory, Tarset, Northumberland

Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall | Hall | Sitting Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Pantry | Boot Room/Utility | WC

First Floor
Principal Bedroom with Dressing Room and En Suite Bathroom | Three Further Double Bedrooms | Family Bathroom

Second Floor
Two Double Bedrooms | Bathroom

Cellar
Two Storage Cellars

The Property
Built circa 1818 by architect H. H. Seward, Greystead Rectory is a handsome Grade II Listed detached house of classic Georgian proportions. The rectory reflects the symmetry and simplicity typical of Seward’s work, originally serving the neighbouring church and now a home of notable stature and character. The house occupies a private position in the hamlet of Greystead, just a stone’s throw from the banks of the North Tyne and only four miles from Kielder Water. Its setting—within a Dark Sky Park and surrounded by open countryside—feels entirely removed yet remains within easy reach of amenities in Bellingham and beyond.

Greystead Rectory, Greystead Cottage and the neighbouring converted Greystead Old Church sit within proximity, offering a rare opportunity to acquire one or more historically significant properties within this peaceful corner of the North Tyne valley. Whilst residential occupancy is permitted, both the Cottage and the Church currently operate as successful holiday lets with consistently high occupancy rates and present a compelling prospect for lifestyle buyers seeking income-generating potential.

Internally, The Rectory layout of follows the generous symmetry of the Georgian plan, retaining a wealth of original features: six-panelled doors, fine cornicing, sash windows, deep skirtings and a sequence of fireplaces with carved surrounds. The principal rooms carry a composed formality, tempered by a sympathetic decorative scheme in heritage tones that is tasteful and restrained.

A wide central hall opens to two principal reception rooms—each with large sash windows, deep architraves, and fireplaces with carved surrounds. The sitting room is arranged around an attractive fireplace with a marble inset and wood-burning stove, with fitted bookshelves lining one wall. French doors give way to the outdoor seating area where wonderful views of the surrounding greenery and hills beyond can be enjoyed. Adjacent, the formal dining room is an elegant, dual-aspect space with shuttered windows and ample room for both entertaining and quieter reading or study.

To the rear, the kitchen offers a relaxed, informal space that contrasts gently with the formality of the principal rooms. An electric AGA sits beneath a stone lintel, accompanied by a Neptune-designed kitchen with dark granite worktops. An integrated induction hob, integrated electric oven and microwave provide utility for everyday cooking. The space is large enough to accommodate both dining and soft seating, with tall sash windows drawing in natural light. A boot room and walk-in pantry adjoin, with a secondary entrance providing discreet access for outdoor wear and everyday use.

A broad staircase, naturally lit by a deep-set window on the half-landing, rises to a spacious first floor where four double bedrooms are arranged off the main landing. Each room enjoys a different outlook, including views over the surrounding gardens and valley beyond. The principal bedroom includes a walk-through dressing room adjacent to a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom. Here, a freestanding roll-top bath sits beneath a skylight, with half-height painted panelling, heritage wallpaper and a classic pedestal basin completing the scheme. The remaining bedrooms each have unique character —some with original fireplaces, others with full-height bookshelves and cornicing—and are served by a family bathroom finished in a similar style, with a sash window that frames views of the garden.

The second floor offers two further bedrooms, each with a distinctive character and cosy, pitched-ceiling charm. One is currently arranged with twin beds and generous open shelving, while the other is fitted with an extensive wall of bookshelves and cabinetry, making it a comfortable and quietly studious retreat. These rooms are served by a third bathroom, finished in the same careful palette as the rest of the house, with tongue-and-groove panelling, traditional fittings, and natural lighting from a skylight.

Two spacious cellars feature on the lower ground floor, offering excellent storage or potential for further use.

Externally
The house stands within beautifully maintained grounds, bordered by mature trees and stone walls that offer both privacy and a sense of enclosure. Lawned gardens wrap around the property, interspersed with established planting and areas of dappled shade, while a gravel terrace provides an ideal spot for outdoor dining. To the front of the property, a spacious driveway allows ample parking. The setting is peaceful and green, with glimpses through the trees framing the surrounding landscape beyond. The property benefits from a nearby river frontage along the North Tyne, bordered by woodland, and includes single-bank fishing rights.

Local Information
Greystead Rectory lies in the Upper North Tyne valley of Northumberland, close to the River North Tyne and the stunning Kielder Water, all within the Northumberland National Park. There is a thriving community in the nearby peaceful village of Bellingham with a range of local amenities including a variety of shops, post office, cafes, heritage centre, several pubs together with a family-run hotel and garages. Additionally, residents benefit from a health centre and a chemist, ensuring convenient access to healthcare services. More comprehensive services such as larger supermarkets, a hospital and a wider range of shops and excellent restaurants are available in Hexham, where there is also a train station with easy access to Newcastle upon Tyne.

For those with a love of the outdoors there is both on-site and local fishing on the North Tyne, an excellent 18-hole golf course and beautiful surrounding countryside for walks and cycling. Nearby Kielder offers a wide range of water sports and other outdoor pursuits. The renowned Kielder Observatory is positioned to make the most of the remarkable dark night skies. For education, the nearby village of Greenhaugh is home to a well-regarded primary school. Bellingham offers a nursery school as well as first and middle schools. Additionally, Mowden Hall Preparatory School, located just outside Corbridge, provides private education from nursery through to age 13. There are also several excellent private day schools in Newcastle, offering further educational opportunities.

Newcastle city centre is under an hour away and provides comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities. For the commuter the A68, A69 and Newcastle International Airport are easily accessible, and Newcastle provides main line rail services direct to London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.

Approximate Mileages
Kielder Water 4.3 miles | Bellingham 5.2 miles | Hexham 20.4 miles | Corbridge 22.8 miles | Newcastle International Airport 34.8 miles | Newcastle City Centre 39.8 miles

Services
Mains electricity. Water is supplied by a private borehole and drainage is managed via a mini sewage treatment plant (shared with 3 neighbouring properties). A biomass boiler provides central heating (wood-chip system). Fast fibre broadband available in area.

Tenure
Freehold

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

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Submitting an Offer
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